Lifestyle briefs -- Published Nov. 30, 2012

Organizers of a toy drive for families in need are inviting the public to chip in at a gift-wrapping party.

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Posted Nov. 30, 2012 at 12:01 AM

Posted Nov. 30, 2012 at 12:01 AM

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Organizers of a toy drive for families in need are inviting the public to chip in at a gift-wrapping party.

The drive, called Everlasting Smiles, gives wrapped toys during the holidays through the local nonprofit Charterhouse Center for Families. The event is from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Dec. 10 at the Brookside Country Club, 3603 St. Andrews Drive, Stockton.

Those coming should bring their family and a gift, so they can pick the name of a child in need to give it to, according to organizers. Food and drinks will be provided.

Meet at the Glory Hole Entrance Station at 10 a.m. Dec. 8 for a moderate three-mile hike along the Angels Creek trail to find evidence of people of the past. Parking pass provided.

Information: (209) 536-9543.

A Mature Driver Safety class for people 55 and older will be Dec. 13 and Jan. 19. Training provides a DMV certificate valid for three years, eligibility for a discount on auto insurance, and information helpful for passing license renewal exams. Call for prices and times.

Information: (209) 472-7233 or californiasafety.org.

Maps for the Holiday House Tour and Concert will be available from noon to 1 p.m. Dec. 15 at 7869 Whiskey Slide Road, Mountain House.

A concert by Mountain Melody will be held at the final house. Refreshments will be provided. The suggested donation is $20.

Information: (209) 754-4073.

Application deadline for the Soroptimist International of Calaveras County Women's Opportunity Awards is Dec. 15. The program assists women with primary financial responsibility for their families to obtain skills training and education needed to improve employment status. Award money may be used for any educational cost. Application requests emailed to starfish0406@sbcglobal.net.